Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 128T Troy-Bilt
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Operator ’ s Manual T iller/Edger Model 128T W arning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-cov- ered or grass-covered land unless the engine ’ s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
2 For more details about your unit, visit our website at www .troybilt.com T ABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Calling Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety . . . .
TRAINING • Read this Owner’ s Manual and the sep- arate Engine Owner’ s Manual ver y care- fully before operating this equipment. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly .
• Exercise extreme caution when on or crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers. • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,.
INTRODUCTION Read these instructions in their entirety before you attempt to assemble or op- erate your new equipment. The Border/Edger Attachment (H, Figure 5) does not need to be installed until you are ready to do edging projects (refer to instructions in this Section).
6 4. Do not mix fuel directly in engine fuel tank. Always use a clean, safety-ap- proved fuel container . • T o Mix: A. Fill a clean, approved container one quarter full with recommended gasoline. B. Add recommended amount of oil per Chart 1: FUEL MIXTURE.
Features and Controls 3 Section KNOW YOUR EQUIPMENT READ THIS OWNER ’ S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERA TING YOUR EQUIPMENT . Know the location and function of all features and controls on the equipment. Save this manual for future reference.
PRE-ST AR T PREP ARA TION Before starting the engine, perform the following checks and services: 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. 2. Move the engine On/Off switch to the OFF position. 3. Check the three plastic cable ties (J, Figure 5).
Allow the engine to warm up for several seconds. If engine either fails to start or to continue running, push in primer bulb two (2) times. Grasp starter rope and pull with a rapid, full stroke, up to ten (10) times. TROUBLESHOOTING: Push the primer bulb in two (2) more times.
10 USING THE EDGER A TT ACHMENT The Edger Attachment makes clean, sharp edges next to walkways, driveways, paths, planted areas, patios, etc. See Assembly Steps, STEP 4: in Section 2 for instructions on attaching this attachment. T ake your time when edging.
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE T ransmission Maintenance The transmission was lubricated at the factory and should not require any further lubrication. However , you should check the lubricant level after the first five (5) hours of opera- tion and every twenty-five (25) operating hours thereafter .
If the engine is running poorly or has low power while tilling, an adjustment to the carburetor may solve the problem. How- ever , first inspect and service the spark plug and the air filter before making a carburetor adjustment.
Arranging Tines for Stony Soil Conditions 1. Prop the machine forward so it rests on the front of the tubular carrying handle. The work surface should be flat and firm. 2. Remove the hitch pin (A, Figure 16) from both sides of the unit. Remove both outer tine sections.
14 TROUBLESHOOTING Before performing any of the corrections in this T roubleshooting Chart, refer to the appropriate information contained in this Manual and the Engine Owner ’ s Manual for the correct safety precautions and ser vicing procedures. Contact your local authorized Engine Service Dealer for engine ser vice.
15 1 1915039 T ransmission Case - left-side. (Incl. pressed-in bushing) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2 1915040 T ransmission Case - right-side. (Incl. pressed-in bushing) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 3 1983632 Oil Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16 1 5 13 13 13 17 18 46 42 42 SEE PREVIOUS P AGE 49 48 47 21 31 32 34 33 26 28 29 30 25 24 23 22 27 43 42 42 18 19 19 38 39 41 40 40 36 37 35 45 16 15 14 45 4 6 9 3 8 44 44 7 Parts List Model 128T.
17 1 1918303 Handlebar Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 3 777I00007 Decal - Starting Stabilization . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 4 777I00009 Decal - Throttle/T ines Lever Operation . . . . . 1 5 1917451 Handlebar Grip, PVC . . . . . . . . . .
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19 A ccessories and Attachments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Aerator Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MANUF ACTURER’S LIMITED W ARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by T roy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories.
An important point after buying a device Troy-Bilt 128T (or even before the purchase) is to read its user manual. We should do this for several simple reasons:
If you have not bought Troy-Bilt 128T yet, this is a good time to familiarize yourself with the basic data on the product. First of all view first pages of the manual, you can find above. You should find there the most important technical data Troy-Bilt 128T - thus you can check whether the hardware meets your expectations. When delving into next pages of the user manual, Troy-Bilt 128T you will learn all the available features of the product, as well as information on its operation. The information that you get Troy-Bilt 128T will certainly help you make a decision on the purchase.
If you already are a holder of Troy-Bilt 128T, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime Troy-Bilt 128T.
However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with Troy-Bilt 128T. Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device Troy-Bilt 128T along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
